1988 Buick Electra vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. (148 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 371 kg more than 1988 Buick Electra.
Because 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Electra. 1988 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Electra | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Electra | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 103 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1946 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2680 mm |